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Hematite pseudomorph after Pyrite (Martite) from Chestnut Hill, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

 
Hematite pseudomorph after Pyrite (Martite) from Chestnut Hill, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

Hematite pseudomorph after Pyrite (Martite) from Chestnut Hill, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

DESCRIPTION:No. 28203
Mineral:Hematite pseudomorph after Pyrite (Martite)
Locality:Chestnut Hill, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
Description:Many red-brown hematite pseudomorphs after pyrite crystals up to 5 mm. This formation is commonly referred to as martite, now an obsolete term. The pseudomorphs are distinct and well formed. Ex. Stuart F. Wise collection #300
Overall Size:8x6x4 cm
Crystals:2-5 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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